soeng6 tong1上湯上汤
Jyutpingsoeng6 tong1
Yaleseuhng tōng
Definition
Superior stock; a rich Chinese broth made from Jinhua ham, chicken, and pork, used as a base for other dishes.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Refers specifically to a rich, clarified broth made from high quality ingredients like Jinhua ham and old hen. It is rarely consumed on its own as a simple soup, but rather serves as a foundational flavor enhancer for braised dishes, congee, or noodle soups. The term implies a level of culinary effort and quality that distinguishes it from basic water or simple vegetable broths.
Measure word
bou1煲bōuExamples
This dish is cooked with stock, the taste is especially sweet and savory.
Related words
Common phrases
braised lobster with stock
vegetables poached in stock
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with generic soup or water. Using this term for a simple, thin broth made without meat or ham is technically incorrect as it implies a specific, labor intensive preparation method.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
